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 Revistas, Maromas, and Carpas - Springer, NM Posted by:  The Snowdog
N 36° 26.964 W 104° 42.110
13S E 526719 N 4033836
A historical marker on the south side of NM 58, northwest of Springer, New Mexico.
Waymark Code: WM133VF
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 09/09/2020
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This New Mexico Historical Marker describes the traveling vaudeville-style shows called "revistas" that were once popular in this region. The marker text is
Revistas, Maromas, and Carpas
Trapeze and juggling acts, song, dance, and dramatic performances were part of traveling vaudeville-style shows called revistas that brought fun and entertainment to families throughout New Mexico in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Many were family based and included acrobatics, or maromas, performed under a small tent, or carpa - the name by which they were sometimes known. Originating in Mexico with roots in Aztec culture, they often presented humor reflecting cultural differences between Mexican-Americans and Anglo traditions. Most ended with the onset of WWII.
The reverse of this marker is another historical marker, honoring Florinda Naranjo Ortiz. You can read a little about the creation of this marker here.
Link to History,Plaque or Sign:: [Web Link]
Additional Point: N 36° 26.965 W 104° 42.130
History:: Not listed
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